What type of wave is categorized as a deep-water wave?
a. Capillary wave
b. Seiche wave
c. Tsunami wave
d. Tides
ANS: A
Only capillary waves and wind waves can be deep-water waves. The wavelength of the other types
waves listed are too large. They will never be in water that is deeper than half its wavelength.
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